ST. JOSEPH – Griffon Football fans can catch a sneak peak of the 50^th Griffon Football team this Friday as Missouri Western hosts the 2019 Spring Game.
 
Once again this year the game is part of football's alumni weekend. The game will kick-off around 7:30 p.m. on Craig Field at Spratt Memorial Stadium. Admission is free.
 
50^TH ANNIVERSARY
The Spring Game will serve as the official kick-off to celebrating 50 seasons of Griffon Football. Throughout the weekend, fans will have the opportunity to cast their votes to select the Griffon Football 50^th Anniversary logo. A ballot box will be set up in the stadium, but the bulk of voting will happen on social media. Look for chances to vote and more exciting details surrounding the Golden Season of Griffon Football on April 12.
 
ALUMNI WEEKEND
The game is only part of the fun this weekend as Griffon Football hosts Alumni Weekend. The festivities begin with the pre-game BBQ and continue on Saturday with a golf tournament and social on Saturday evening. For more information on Alumni Weekend, click here.
 
PRE-GAME BBQ SOCIAL
Fans can purchase tickets to join football alumni at a pre-game BBQ beginning at 5:30 p.m. in Lot I just outside Spratt Stadium
 
HONORARY CAPTAINS
Griffon Football alums Zack Workman and Tim Boender will serve as honorary captains, calling plays for each of the teams. New this year, MWSU President Robert A. Vartabedian and St. Joseph Mayor Bill McMurray will also call some plays for each team. Fans will have a chance to call plays as well, with a raffle taking place for the opportunity to be a coach for a few plays.
 
HALFTIME
Griffon football alums in attendance will be recognized on Craig Field at halftime just before a presentation to recognize the recipient of the Chris Faros Scholarship. Some on-field promotional games will also be available to fans with chances to win prizes during halftime.
 
MERCHANDISE
Griffon Football merchandise will be available for purchase in the Spratt Stadium team store throughout the evening.
 
THE GAME
The game itself will be a true scrimmage with details on the format announced Friday evening. The Voice of the Griffons, Dave Riggert will carry the game live on ESPN 1550. The audio only broadcast can be streamed here.